1972 Buick Centurion vs. 2002 Ferrari 360

To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1972 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 620 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 360.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ferrari 360. 1972 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Buick Centurion 2002 Ferrari 360
Make Buick Ferrari
Model Centurion 360
Year Released 1972 2002
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 7468 cc 3586 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 225 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 8500 RPM
Torque 498 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2070 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1240 mm
Wheelbase Size 3160 mm 2610 mm


 

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